That cheesy pasta favorite of childhood is reborn as orzo in a Parmesan tuille. Recipe, Creative Edge Parties; 212-741-3000, creativerdgeparties.com. Plate, Front of the House at Real Life Basic; reallifebasic.com.

Add a tantalizing touch to cocktail hour with a rhapsody in red: Diced beets and apples mix on a beet chip; a second chip rests in a dab of mayo. Recipe, Serena Bass Inc.; 212-727-2257, serenabass.com.

These one-bite wonders are a surefire way to ingratiate yourselves with your guests. Pair curry crackers with cream cheese and radish, and decorate the top with bold blocks of black and white sesame seeds. Recipe, One Girl Cookies; 212-675-4996, onegirlcookies.com.